Form where to Start Mount Everest Trek
Lukla is the starting or entry point for the Mount Everest. Flying from Kathmandu to one of the most dangerous airports in the world Tenzing Hillary Airport(Lukla Airport) is first of all easiest and quickest route that most trekkers prefer. The Airport is located around 2800m from sea level from where you can find a scenic view of Dudh Koshi River and Hiking trails are garnished with mani stones engraved with Buddhist prayers. You may experience flights delays or disruptions to on from Lukla on every season as a result of inclement weather conditions.
Don’t want to Travel By flight,don’t worry still there is some routes you can take to Everest base camp
- 1. Jiri to Everest Base Camp trek
Everest region trek route via Jiri is especially for those adventurers as well as culture and nature lovers who wish to explore authentic experience of trekking and observe a panoramic view of the valley and beyond including beautiful mountains. The journey path is filled with spectacular views of mountains and takes to the magnificent alpine landscapes view.
Starting from a small town called Jiri (a village located in the Eastern region of Nepal about 190 km away from Kathmandu), the trek leads to the typical mid-hills villages, monasteries and terrace farm. You can easily reach to Jiri by bus or jeep from Kathmandu. The ride is about 8 hrs and the ticket cost is Rs 800. Furthermore, travelers can pre-book the ticket.
Additional Attractions on the route:
- – Pikey Peak Trekking
- – Thupten Choling Monastery at Junbesi
2. Salleri to Everest Base Camp trek
Everest Base Camp trek via Salieri is quickest and exciting route where you will be able to experience real local culture along with beautiful villages inhabited by ethnic groups like Rais and Sherpas. Most of the paths pass along the beautiful high and low mid-hills and outstanding village settlements.
Trekkers can reach salleri from Kathmandu either by bus or jeep and start their trek journey from the place. The ride is about 8 hours and the ticket cost is Rs 1,100. However, walking through this route will give you an awesome experience.
Additional Attractions on the route:
- – Chiwong Monastery at Chiwong
Which is the Best Time to start trekking in the Everest region?
Travelers can trek in Nepal at any time of the year but there is the ideal time for trekking in the Everest region. The best months to trek in the Everest region are Pre-monsoon ( March, April, and May) and Post-monsoon are (September, October, and November). The best time to visit the Everest region is Autumn as it offers a mind bubbling view of the snow-covered mountains, clear skies, green hills, and an awesome environment. And, October is the month when most of the travelers visit Nepal for Everest base camp trek.
As we know, Nepal is famous for adventure and trekking. Here, we have listed down the some best treks in the Everest region. All of the treks which are listed here are started from Lukla and head towards Namche Bazaar. From there, trekkers can either head straight to Everest Base camp or else they can explore different places.
- – Everest Base Camp trek
- – Namche Bazaar
- – The Gokyo Lakes Trek
- – Three Passes Trek
- – The Glaciers
- – Peak Climbing
For those who are hardcore trekkers and wish to adventure in life with nature at its best display, Everest Base Camp Trekking is the best choice. The Everest Base Camp has two primary sections, namely, the South and the North Base Camp. The South Base camp lies at an altitude of 5,363m in Nepal whereas the North base camp lies at an altitude of 5,150m. The trek to South Base Camp is extremely popular and visited by thousands of visitors every year.
The Everest Base Camp Trek is the most adventurous as well as one of the most famous trekking in the Everest region which lies at an altitude of 5,360 m. You can not only get to see the beautiful Himalayas but you can experience different things through the journey that make for everlasting memories. Everest Base Camp trekking is ethnically exciting that’s why it’s a once in a lifetime experience for trekkers. The first successful attempt at Everest Base Camp trekking and Mount Everest was made by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa in 1953. This shows that “Nothing is impossible”.So, Gear up for some adventures. Life is beautiful and makes it even more beautiful by traveling and experiencing thrilling adventures.
2. Namche Bazaar
The town of Namche Bazaar is the most popular place of Khumba and the starting point for Mount Everest Climbers. Visitors usually fly into Lukla from Kathmandu and pass through Namche Bazaar. It is also the home of High Himalayas. The place provides beautiful views of snow-capped mountain peaks like Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku and Ama Dablam. There is a beautiful market town where we can find numerous shops, restaurants, and those items that you might require during your trips from Tibetan artifacts to trekking and climbing equipment. It is also known as a tourist hub.
One of the highest placed hotels- Everest View is located a bit further from Namche. It is an ideal place from which to explore the nearby villages and enjoy the beautiful landscape filled with evergreen fir trees, shrubs and rhododendron forests. Most trekkers stay here for two nights of acclimatization in local lodges/tea houses, enjoying the view of Mt. Amadablam and Mt. Everest on a side tour to Everest View Hotel and Khumjung Monastery. The trek takes you through the famous Sherpa villages and settlements. Khumbu region’s famous villages are Dingboche, Lobuche, Thame, Phakding and Monjo among many others. Major Attractions:
- – Tengboche
- – Dingboche
- – Lobuche
3. The Gokyo lake Treks
Located at an altitude of 4700- 5000 m (15,400–16,400 ft) above sea level, Gokyo is the most famous tourist destinations leading toward the Everest base camp and other areas. It is also known as Everest Base Camp trek via Gokyo lakes. Gokyo lake trek will amaze you with the amazing landscape of the Gokyo Valley including the scene of beautiful Gokyo lake. Moreover, trekkers hike Gokyo peak which displays different beautiful mountain peak views- Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu as well as some other peaks like Ghaychung Kang, Kangchung, Cholatse and many more. Some of the major lakes of Gokyo are the Gokyo Cho, the Gyazumpa Cho, the Tanjung Cho, the Thonak Cho, the Ngochumpa Cho, and the longpanga Cho.
4. Kalapatthar
Located on the south ridge of Pumori in the Nepalese Himalayas over Gorakshep, Kalapathhar has been the most popular trekking destination in the Everest region since it provides a spectacular close-up view of Everest. For trekkers, mountaineers and adventure lovers, it is one of the most interesting trekking options where visitors can trek to high picturesque point at Kala Patthar. You can also observe the beautiful peak views of Pumori (7,145m), Khumbu Tse (6,623m), Lingtren (6,697m). Also, the spectacular views of Everest, Nuptse, and Changtse can be seen from Kalapathar. It is also famous for its breathtaking view and what is even more amazing are its sunrises and sunsets which provide stunning sight. Nothing can be more beautiful than watching the sunrise surrounded by beautiful mountains and sweeping the peaks with its glorious rays.
5. Three Passes Treks
The three passes trek is known as the ultimate Everest experience. Some of the thrilling adventure passes are Kongma-La Pass (5,535m), Chola-La pass (5,368m), and Renjo La pass (5,338m). The journey of high passes trek starts from Lukla and follow the route via high passes and reach to Khumbu region. The three passes trek are paths that go through high elevated grounds and offer a beautiful sight of terrain region. The three passes trek leads you through the lush vegetation of Sagarmatha National Park, pine forests, rhododendron flowers and an abundance of wildlife and many more things along the way which make your journey remarkable.
6. The Glaciers
The Glaciers in the Himalayas have great importance whether it is religious or adventurous. Most of the glaciers turn into sacred rivers during the summer and visited by the massive number of devotees. The Everest region has many glacial flows through its mountain terrain, like the Amphu Lapcha Glacier, the Hinku Glacier, the Imja Glacier, the Khumbu Glacier, the Nangpai Gosum Glacier, and the Ngozumpa Glacier among others. The Amphu Lapcha trek is considered one of the most challenging treks in Khumbu region. And, the trek begins in sub-tropical and reaches to the top over 5000m from the sea level. The trek offers an astonishing view of Mount Everest and the climb of Island peak (6,169m) and Mera peak (6,461m) can also be done during the follow of trail.
7. Peak Climbing
The Island Peak climbing trip is combined with the Everest base camp trekking. Island Peak was first climbed in 1953 A.D. For expedition trip, basic techniques and information is must need. Most of the trekkers climb this peak for acclimatization and warm-up for the next climbing, so they can be ready to submit high and technical peaks. It is one of the most exciting adventures and it will check the physical as well as mental strength of the climbers at their wit’s end.
The Island Peak is a popular climbing peak, above the chhukung glacier between Mt. Ama Dablam and Lhotse in the Khumbu region. The trek offers the spectacular views of Lhotse (8,501m), Nuptse (7879m) on the north, Makalu (8475m) on the east. Furthermore, it offers a perfect setting and topographical condition that every mountaineer can ask for on their adventure experience.
